
Danville, California 94526
This Stunning Move-In Ready Estate is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $3,245,000—positioned well below the $3,386,912 Fair Market Value by 4%. This valuation gap offers $141,912 in Instant Equity for the discerning buyer. Featuring a high-end renovation, a resort-style pool, and panoramic Mount Diablo views, the property maintains an Excellent Condition Rating. Served by top-rated schools like San Ramon Valley High (10/10), this residence is the ideal choice for luxury-seeking families or sophisticated owner-occupants.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 481 Montcrest Pl Subject 4 bd · 3 ba · 3,413 sqft · $992 | $3,245,000* List Price | 4 | 3 | 3,413 | $992 | - |
A 5 Sky Terrace Sold 4 bd · 3 ba · 3,007 sqft · $981 · 0.5 mi | $2,950,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,007 | $981 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
While originally built in 1976, the property has undergone a comprehensive high-end renovation within the last 5 years. The kitchen is fully modernized with professional-grade stainless steel appliances, waterfall-edge stone islands, and contemporary cabinetry. Bathrooms feature designer tile work, floating vanities, and premium gold fixtures. The interior shows mint condition with updated wide-plank hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, and modern systems throughout.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 85857, living area = 3413.
Elementary School: Montair Elementary School (9/10). High School: San Ramon Valley High School (10/10).
Situated at the highest point of the ridge, this iconic estate offers unparalleled, unobstructed panoramic views of Mount Diablo and the surrounding valley.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 3413, other record living area = 3155.
The monthly association fee of $1,225 is notably high for a single-family residence, which may be a deterrent for some buyers regarding ongoing carrying costs.
Built in 1976 and described as 'thoughtfully preserved,' the home likely requires significant capital investment to modernize the aesthetic and systems to current luxury standards.
Step into a legendary Danville legacy at 481 Montcrest Place, a breathtaking sanctuary where quintessential California living meets historic distinction. Originally built in 1976 by Charles Dallas, the visionary developer of Montcrest Place, this property was hand-selected and personally crafted as his own family estate at the absolute highest, most prestigious point on the ridge, earning its iconic reputation as "the home on top of the ridge." A dramatic private driveway entry welcomes you onto nearly two sprawling, beautifully landscaped acres framed by graceful palm trees and anchored by a glittering resort-style pool. Inside the thoughtfully preserved four bedroom, three and one half bathroom residence, a seamless, light-filled layout offers sweeping, unobstructed panoramas of Mount Diablo. Perfectly combining secluded historical prestige with modern everyday convenience, this magnificent property is located just three minutes from the vibrant dining, boutique shopping, and top-tier schools of downtown Danville, delivering the ultimate dream lifestyle without compromise. Views: Ridge
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Grades K-5 • 3.9 mi
Grades 6-8 • 2.7 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 3,413 | 2,684.256 |
| Lot Size | 85,857 | 12,289.532 |
| Price | $3.25M | $2.13M |
| Price per sq ft | $951 | $770 |
| Built year | 1976 | 1984 |
| HOA | $1225.0 | $245 |
| Days on market | 46 | 42 |
Sep 8, 2026
$3,245,000
Initial Listing
Feb 22, 2019
$1,700,000
Public Record